Keep those pounds off and stay fit look and feel great despite the winter weather!

THIS WINTER DO SOMETHING WONDERFUL FOR YOURSELF GET IN SHAPE AND FEEL GREAT!

It is very apparent now that the cold temperatures are starting to rise at this time of the year and it may be necessary to prepare yourself for a new exercise routine to fit the weather and your lifestyle. Keep it simple you do not have to move from outdoors to indoors to accomplish this and maintain your progress. If your normal routine is to workout outside the gym it is becomes very important to have some quality clothes in your exercise wardrobe to make workouts more enjoyable and fun.

What you wear to the gym is a personal choice. You probably can choose an outfit based things like how comfortable it is, how much freedom of movement it offers and how good it looks. Some people have their own “special” sense of fashion, something that becomes clear whenever you visit your local gym. While exercise doesn’t necessarily require looking like a fashion plate, there are some basic rules to follow when you head out for public workouts.

“Be sure to clean your workout clothes on a regular basis and don’t wear overbearing perfume or cologne,” says my personal trainer “Take a shower after your workout as well—you don’t want your smell to offend people on your way home, too!”
Below are some of my favorite TIPS for women to layer up in the winter and keep warm and dry.
Tips: Get Motivated and Exercise:
Don’t fall into a winter slump! It’s time to start to think about those New Year’s resolutions in put them into motion. Take 15 to 30 minutes a day out of your schedule to get your body moving and watch those post holiday pounds fall off. Take your dog out for a walk or use the stairs instead of the elevator. Check out these great tips to get on track to a brand new you!

· Warm up. Make sure to warm for up at least 10 minutes before you breath the cold air. Colder temperatures make your muscles tight and more prone to injuries.

· Insulate your body.Dress in layers for warmth and versatility. If you get hot, you can remove the top layer which should be both wind and water resistant. The layer closest to your skin should be moisture absorbent.

· Drink up.Dress in layers for warmth and versatility. It’s just as important to stay hydrated when exercising in winter as it is in summer, even though you might not feel as thirsty. Fitness water has a refreshing lemon flavor, keeps you hydrated and is loaded with Vitamins C and E.

· Wear sunscreen.You can still get sunburned in winter even if the sun isn’t visible! So if you’re exercising outdoors make sure to apply sunscreen before heading out. Perfect for winter, this formula moisturizes and protects you from harmful rays.

· Too cold to go outside? Start your own home gym. All you need is a set of dumbbells, an exercise ball, a jump rope and a strong motivation to get fit!

Most the gyms keep their temperature cool to save on energy bill cost and are cold during this season of the year and my advice is buying a nice “Soft Cotton Hood” that your wear inside the gym and you can remove when you are warm up. Visit our web site for more information: http://www.sofinefashions.com/

I am planning writing weekly columns on Yoga and Pilate’s, Cardio fitness apparel and life style changes and relaxing tips. In the near future, I will develop 2 minute videos to help people improve. So I would like to encourage everyone to visit my web site and try my products out and let me know what you think and how I can improve. My goal is for everyone to improve their health well being harmony and prosperity.

Thank you for viewing my weekly blog and have a Happy Thanksgiving!

With warm regards,

Myrna L. Sandnes